This easy-to-maneuver luggage system will give your back a break when you're on the road.
Dr. Vijay Vad on the causes of back pain and a few simple, self-help options to alleviate chronic pain.
Massachusetts
Learn more at http://back2backpt.com
California
Robert “Skip” George, D.C., CCSP, CSCS, PRC has practiced chiropractic in San Diego and La Jolla, CA since 1980. He is one of the handful of chiropractic doctors nationally that integrates chiropractic, rehabilitation and sports performance training. He holds specialties as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Postural Restoration Certified (PRC). In addition, he is trained in Active Release Technique (ART), certified in the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) as well as instructing the FMS to students and doctors.
Arizona, Hawaii, Utah, Oregon, California
If you are looking for a Western U.S. based physical therapist with the “Orthopedic Clinical Specialty” certification, here’s a good list.
Here’s an excellent, clear-eyed explanation of some of the most important phenomena involved in the experience of chronic pain.
Find certified teachers of the Alexander Technique at the American Society for the Alexander Technique (AmSAT) website: http://www.amsatonline.org
Read Recumbent Bike vs. Upright Bike vs. Elliptical Machine to find out.
For pain relief without pills, read Beth Darnall’s 2014 book, Less Pain, Fewer Pills.
Tai chi and qigong are two practices that show significant benefits in reducing the pain of arthritis. There’s a huge amount to read on this topic, but the proof is in trying it. It’s very inexpensive, and you can sign up at your local “Y,” community center or hospital.
For more information, check out the links below:
Florida
Brent Anderson of Polestar Pilates is “a leading authority in performing arts medicine and Pilates-evolved techniques for rehabilitation.” Learn more about Brent Anderson and Polestar Pilates here.
California
If you’re a back pain sufferer who is into Pilates or Gyrotonic, Elizabeth Larkam has some stellar videos for you.
Utah
If you are looking for a PT/Pilates combo, and are lucky enough to live in Salt Lake City, this could be your team.
Minnesota
“For more than 40 years, Mayo Clinic’s Comprehensive Pain Rehabilitation Center in Minnesota has helped people with chronic pain return to an active lifestyle. Mayo Clinic’s pain rehabilitation program was one of the first in the world.” Learn more about the center here.
There are several programs offered at the Pain Rehabilitation Center in Minnesota, including the three-week program designed to teach “pain management skills and techniques for physical reconditioning” for adults with chronic pain. Learn more about the three-week program here.
Florida
“The Comprehensive Pain Rehabilitation Center (PRC) at Mayo Clinic’s campus in Jacksonville, Florida, helps people with chronic pain return to a more active lifestyle.” Learn more on the Mayo Clinic website
Watch the lectures from Stanford’s Back Pain Education Day 2015, especially Rafael Pelayo, MD on The Connection Between Sleep and Back Pain and Jiang Ti Kong, MD on Acupuncture for Back Pain.
Watch all nine videos below:
Check out the New York Times pain-free furniture checklist before buying your next sofa or chair. Read the article here.
Your furniture should be firm! Read the New York Times article about the ergonomic sofa.